Spicy Paneer

Good Pair Days (Roos Michels) -
  • Veg oil for frying
  • 400g paneer cubes
  • 1 tsp coriander seeds
  • Thumb-sized piece of ginger, finely chopped
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 tomatoes, chopped
  • 1.5 tsp chilli powder
  • 1 tsp fenugreek seeds
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tbsp runny honey
  • Chopped coriander, shredded spring onion to serve
  • Heat 1 cm of oil in a frying pan and fry the paneer until golden brown. Drain on kitchen paper. In a separate frying pan, gently toast the coriander seeds for a minute, then add 1 tbsp of oil, the ginger, onion and chilli powder, and cook for 10 mins until softened and golden.
  • Tip in the tomatoes, cook for 5 mins until collapsed. Add the rest of the spices and the honey, and simmer for a few mins. Tip the paneer into the sauce and mix to coat, then serve with your garnishes and enjoy.
45 mins
4 serving